Extended Curriculum Programmes (ECPs) are for prospective South African students who meet the minimum admission requirements, but may fall short on the admission point score (APS).
What is ECP?
The ECP is an academic support programme that involves innovative teaching and learning practices by extending the first year of the curriculum into two years. Students in the ECP complete their diploma in four years, do the same courses, and get the same diploma as mainstream students.
We offer two extended programmes:
• Agriculture
• Agricultural Management
With either of these programmes, your future lies in the management of the agricultural industry. You will get actively involved in dayto-day farming activities, including planning, care and harvesting of agricultural products.
YOU WILL LIKE THIS IF YOU WILL STUDY AT YOU WILL STUDY FOR
You have an active interest in farming, growing produce or caring for livestock and have love for outdoor activities
Wellington Campus
Four years, full-time
WHAT YOU NEED
Minimum Admission Requirements: Agriculture
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English (4)
• Mathematics (3) or Technical Maths (4)
• Life Sciences (4) or Physical Sciences (4)
Minimum Admission Requirements: Agricultural Management
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English (4)
• Mathematics (3); or Technical Maths (4) or Mathematical Literacy (5)
• Life Sciences (4) or Physical Sciences (4)
The department utilises an Academic Point Score (APS) as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. You also have to score a minimum of 28 with Mathematics or; 29 with Technical Maths; or 30 with Maths Literacy on the APS.
DISCLAIMER
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Information is subject to change, based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications during 2024/2025. Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HEQSF aligned qualification. Please consult the CPUT website or Faculty for updated information. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
YOUR FUTURE
SELF Future studies
Advanced Diploma in Agriculture
Advanced Diploma in Agriculture and Crop Production
Advanced Diploma in Agriculture and Livestock Production
Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture
Master of Agriculture
Doctor of Agriculture
Future industries
Agriculture
Food production
Future career
Input supplier
Production manager
Winemaker
Agricultural manager
Agricultural advisor
Trainer
Researcher creating futures
